Episodes
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Ruby Hammer | "Go Back Home Where You Consider Home"
Ruby Hammer MBE is a trailblazing makeup artist and beauty entrepreneur whose career spans over 40 years of redefining beauty standards. Best known for co-founding the iconic Ruby & Millie beauty line in the late 90s, she was one of the first to champion inclusivity and diversity in an industry...
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Karanjee Gaba | "I Just Want To Be Seen As A Model Not A Trend"
In this exclusive and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Karanjee Gaba - the trailblazing Afghan Sikh British Asian male supermodel, for his very first podcast interview. Karanjee opens up about his extraordinary journey from Afghanistan to the UK, navigating within a world where his…
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Stitching Stories | A Journey with Krishan Parmar 🌟
Stitching Stories| A Journey with Krishan Parmar 🌟 🎙️ Join us on an enchanting journey into the world of fashion, style, and cultural fusion with the trailblazer- Krishan Parmar, the maestro behind some of the iconic looks from magazines, music videos and high-profile stars. As a British Asian...
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"Understanding My Culture Through Learning How to Cook It"| Parveen The Spice Queen
I am back with the amazing Spice Queen who is teaching me parts of my culture through learning to cook Indian food. I didn't grow up learning how to cook so I've had to teach myself over the years. It's been a truly worthwhile experience understanding who I am and where I came from. Here Parveen...
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Angie Tiwari | "One Word - Release"
Introducing Angie Tiwari, Yoga, Breathwork and Meditation Coach. Angie shares how she left a life that no longer serves her from, situations, substances, relationships and career choices to a life that she found richness and meaning… in one word…. “Release” Angie now has a whole community where…
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Manpreet Bambra | "We Need More Roles"
Welcome Manpreet Bambra starring in ITV's South Asian comedy; "Count-Abdulla" Watch now on ITV X
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Mariska Ariya | "People Need To Start Trusting Our Stories"
Welcome actress Mariska Ariya starring in ITV's British Asian COMEDY, "Count-Abdulla" Watch now on ITV X
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Adrian Somouie | “You Can Hear The Communication From Your Body”
Adrian Somouie | “You Can Hear The Communication From Your Body” Born in 1985 during the Iran and Iraqi war was taking place, Arian fled with his mother and elder brother to Liverpool with his father joining 2years later. He explains the heartache and emotional trauma being stripped away from his...
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Amar Singh | Education System - Is Pale, Male and Stale
Amar Singh | Education System - Is Pale, Male and Stale Amar Singh - Gallery Owner, Activist on Women’s and LGBTQ rights, Digital collector and Hollywood Producer. Born and raised in London Amar is not only an accomplished philanthropist he’s also a royal descendent of the Kapurthala Royal family…
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Bally Gill | "Will The Industry Tell Me There's No More Parts?"
Bally Gill | "Will The Industry Tell Me There's No More Parts?" Winner of The Ian Charleson Award for his portrayal of Romeo in the Royal Shakespeare Company's 'ROMEO AND JULIET, Bally Gill is best known for his role as Neel Fisher in BBC drama Sherwood. Also appearing as Agent Singh in Slow…
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Sarah Woods | "We Live A Hyphenated Identity"
The former pharmaceutical recruitment partner, Sarah Woods is best known as BBC’s finalist on Best Home Cook 2020. Like, most people once the pandemic hit Sarah decided it was time to follow her dreams and commit to her passions. Sarah decided to up-skill and put herself forward to train as a…
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I Cooked With TV Chef | Parveen Ashraf - The Spice Queen
It’s Day 3 of Diwali!! And what better way to connect with my South Indian heritage whilst celebrating The Festival ofLight then popping over to my dear friend TV Chef Parveen Ashraf - The Spice Queen home to share how much fun and simple cooking authentic Indian dishes can actually be. Even for...
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Christine Pillainayagam | "We are all trying to find that sense of Identity"
Christine Pillainayagam is a retail strategist by day, who lives in Kent with her young family and a collection of records, CDs and minidiscs (remember those?). Her mild obsession with the Beatles and the desire to write a story that reflected her own experiences growing up as a first-generation...
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Lavina Mehta MBE | "I fell in love with strength training and the empowerment of lifting weights"
I was honoured and privileged to welcome onto the “Too British To Be Asian” podcast - award winning Personal Trainer and Wellness Coach Lavina Mehta. Her mission….To help ALL ages to FEEL GOOD physically & mentally. Her slogan: To “Exercise for Sanity not Vanity.” By dedicating her time releasing...
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“WHY IS REPRESENTATION SO IMPORTANT IN THE FASHION AND BEAUTY INDUSTRY?” - Arooj Aftab | Sejal Sehmi | Shanil and Jenika Gudka
I was fortunate to host my very first panel discussion at the prestigious Somerset House, London exploring; “WHY IS REPRESENTATION SO IMPORTANT IN THE FASHION AND BEAUTY INDUSTRY?” I was so honoured to be joined by.. Arooj Aftab - Fashion Consultant and founder of #DoneWithDiversity...
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“People said I didn’t look Gujarati, I Didn’t know what that meant” | Sejal Sehmi
“People said I didn’t look Gujarati, I Didn’t know what that meant” | Sejal Sehmi As UK editor of Browngirl Magazine Sejal Sehmi has a front-line view on all trending discussions on issues facing South Asian people. As Brown Girl Magazine’s U.K. Editor, her passion for writing stemmed from...
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Make Up On Darker Skin Tones Is Beautiful | Naveeda
Introducing Naveeda - An international Hair and Makeup artist with a career spanning over 30yrs. Not only has Naveeda established herself as one of the most sought-after Hair and Makeup artists in both Western and Asian commercial fashion industries, she has also stood out as a top bridal make-up...
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Self pleasure isn’t pornographic - “It’s A Woman’s Right To Her Own Body, Of Her Sexuality” | Seema Anand
It’s finally here! My interview with Kama Sutra expert, Storyteller, Author and Mythologist is available to download NOW via Spotify and all Apple platforms!!! Seema is debunking the stigma of self pleasure and how over the years the Kama Sutra has become a manual of sexual positions from what it...
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“My Skin Colour Was Being Talked About, Even Before I Was Adopted” |Trishna Malick
Born in India and placed in an orphanage in Bombay just 2 short days after her birth. Trishna shares her journey from being adopted a year later by a Caucasian family from a small town in Ohio, USA. Although blessed with supportive parents that encouraged Trishna to embrace her heritage, she was...
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“Time Becomes So Important As You Get Older” - Huji The Grey Indian
“Time Becomes So Important As You Get Older” - Huji The Grey Indian Meet Huji, she’s part of a growing movement of women proving that ageing naturally is the key to living a younger and happier life. After the birth of her second child, Huji realised that her priorities had changed and spending...
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“Our community can be hurtful, they can say things without thinking” | Joti Gaya - Aura
“Our community can be hurtful, they can say things without thinking” | Joti Gaya - Aura Ex-teacher, turned Presenter, Model and BSF Ambassador championing representation in media speaks honestly on coming to terms with living with Vitiligo. Joti shares her fears of judgement, stigma and shame…
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“There should Be More Openness, There’s Too Many Secrets” | Jaz Bushell
Nutritional Therapist specialising in anxiety and Stress, Mind and Body support specialist Jaz Bushell speaks candidly on the deep emotional issues of unhealthy attitudes towards illness, accountability and the burden of secrets which affect South Asian families. Although we initially spoke on...
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“I Thought Beauty Was Everything I Wasn’t” | Amrit Matharu
BBC Broadcaster, Blogger, Models Of Diversity Ambassador and Author of “Desi And Desire” Amrit Matharu shares her struggles with beauty. Amrit grew up in a very white affluent town believing she wasn’t “pretty or beautiful” due to a lack of representation around her. Amrit story highlights the...
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“I See And Feel My Growth” | Nav The Poet
“I See And Feel My Growth” | Nav The Poet Navpreet Singh - A Sikh male wearing a turban living in a very white affluent neighbourhood. However, due to the lack of representation, his love of rock and unable to express his emotions, Nav was lost, in turmoil and arrogant to mask his vulnerability....
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Abortion | Kalbir Bains
Abortion | Kalbir Bains Author of “Not My Daughter” The true story of a Daughter - in - law. Kalbir shares her story from the ‘good girl’ who did everything right. Although she suffers from Dyslexia that didn’t stop her gaining her fashion degree, whereby she traveled around the world managing…
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Strong Not Skinny | Ajanta Hilton
Strong Not Skinny | Ajanta Hilton Coach and England 19’ Bronze Medalist and Accountant by day Ajanta Hilton discusses her misconceptions of beauty. Growing up she was led to believe by media outlets that staying slim was beauty. Until, her husband introduced her to Powerlifting, then the term...
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The Juggle struggle | BBC Asian Network
The Juggle struggle Now, as we ease back from isolation, the reality we must be truthful of is now our old ‘norm’ has gone and to face facts that we are now at the beginning of a new era. The future will now be set and learning and working will be revolutionised. What we can do now is adapt and...
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“We’re Empowered And Stronger” | Rumena Begum
“We’re Empowered And Stronger” | Rumena Begum BBC Asian Network’s Big Debate invited me and fellow blogger/influencer Rumena Begum to discuss how prevalent online trolling is and how this can affect your mental health. This was an offshoot from the news that Supermodel Zara Abid, who is presumed...
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The Fertility Journey | Nikki Manashe
The Fertility Journey | Nikki Manashe IVF Health Blogger Nikki Manashe shares her emotional struggles to conceive ‘Baby Reid’ with fiancée Alex Reid formerly married to Katie Price. Nikki is very honest as she reveals her initial naive understanding of how difficult the IVF process would impact…
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A Time To Forgive? | Divinder Purewal
A Time To Forgive? | Divinder Purewal HR Recruitment Officer by day and Author, Comedian and Actor by night. Divinder gives a very truth provoking take on why reaching out to mend broken relationships in the South Asian Culture is seen as a “weakness” to forgive. Therefore, why bother if not all...
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Doctor Becomes The Patient| Dr Saima Sharif
Doctor Becomes The Patient - Dr Saima Sharif An Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (Mummy and Baby Doctor) for the NHS. Saima also wants to specialise in Perinatal Mental Health and Vulnerable women. Dr Saima Sharif describes her step by step symptoms of COVID-19, including her fears and anxieties of...
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Interview With Celebrity Chef Parveen Ashraf - The Spice Queen
Celebrity chef, talented presenter, author, teacher, spokeswoman Parveen Ashraf, known as The Spice Queen talks of how she has seen attitudes to racism change, growing up with the idea of beauty being white and blue eyed and desperately wanting to be white and English because she didn’t know…
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How to lower anxiety amid COVID-19
Hi I'm Sharan! Welcome to my first podcast episode. I have been feeling very anxious due to our current climate surrounding COVID-19. So I just thought I'd share some ways that's helping me lower my anxiety. I hope this helps! Blog: www.toobritishtobeasian.com Insta:...
About this show
This is place where I can delve into issues that are not really talked about in the South Asian culture. I want to share experiences being brought up 1st generation British Asian to ensure people do not feel alone or afraid.
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Sharan Raju
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